Last month, Nebraska Cornhuskers starting QB Taylor Martinez signed autographs at a Nebraska mall for about 90 minutes. Security had to come and bring order to the mass of people, and have them form a line to meet and greet Taylor Martinez. People are insane. People in Nebraska are insane about college football. This is not exactly breaking news. Cornhuskers fans are … [Read more...] about Taylor Martinez knows Nebraska fans are crazy, really crazy
Is Fabregas the answer to Manchester United midfield problems?
Should Manchester United purchase Fabregas or Gundogan? This is a guest article from Mike Geddes. Since Keane left in 2005 the United midfield has been missing an enforcer. The emergence of Ronaldo and the acquisition of Tevez for a time glossed over the issue as their brilliance and ability in collaboration with Rooney meant that United could turn defence into attack … [Read more...] about Is Fabregas the answer to Manchester United midfield problems?
Danica Patrick goes to Indy this weekend with IndyCar experience
Like those cartoon crows taught us: "there's more than corn in Indiana...Indiana Beach." Danica Patrick heads to the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with plenty of experience already at racing’s most hallowed grounds. Patrick first gained fame in Indy car from 2005 to 2011 competing in the Indianapolis 500-Mile Race. Now she'll be in the circle city for a NASCAR … [Read more...] about Danica Patrick goes to Indy this weekend with IndyCar experience
Sharknado meets Venric Mark: yes this is a real video
I'm still reeling from the fact that the SyFy movie Sharknado really exists. Sharknado took over Twitter for a couple days, and for good reason. It has Tara Reid after all. But what about Sharknado combined with Northwestern tailback and return specialist Venric Mark? The leading returning rusher in the Big Ten and major special teams home run threat is dangerous to opposing … [Read more...] about Sharknado meets Venric Mark: yes this is a real video
Detroit bankruptcy and Michigan Wolverines football
When a crisis strikes in America, it affects us all us Americans. The city of Detroit is bankrupt. The University of Michigan is located in the suburbs of Detroit. Ann Arbor, Michigan is close that it's right next door to Detroit's major airport. Detroit became the biggest American city to ever file for bankruptcy after its emergency manager filed for Chapter 9 protection on … [Read more...] about Detroit bankruptcy and Michigan Wolverines football
Brady Hoke roots for Ohio State fan cancer survivor
You no doubt heard about the courageous kid who was stricken with cancer, named his cancer "Michigan" and made the goal to "beat Michigan." This young man, named Grant Reid is obviously a huge Ohio State fan. And Mr. Reid did in fact beat his cancer. He's currently in remission. Michigan Wolverines coach Brady Hoke hooked Reid up with free tickets. Obviously, matters of life … [Read more...] about Brady Hoke roots for Ohio State fan cancer survivor
Manchester United fans – be careful what you wish for?!
This Manchester United article comes from Sports Bank guest contributor Robbie Dunne. Whilst scanning twitter for transfer speculation in the hopes that you see a superstar linked with your club, the things people generally only see are a name, a price tag and the likelihood of a move. We don't tend to get into the intricities of a transfer like where the incoming player … [Read more...] about Manchester United fans – be careful what you wish for?!
List of Urban Meyer players arrested: 25 at Florida, 8 at Ohio St
Today at Big Ten Media Day, Ohio State Head Coach Urban Meyer had time for 14 questions from the media. Twelve of them pertained to sanctions, legal issues, off-the-field trouble etc. If that seems excessive, wait till you see this list below. After reading it, you may wonder what was wrong with those other two reporters. I also included the most poignant Q&A of those 12 … [Read more...] about List of Urban Meyer players arrested: 25 at Florida, 8 at Ohio St
Illini football and Northwestern football now have the same slogan
Northwestern football and Illini football are big time rivals. So how did they end up with pretty much the same motivational slogan? Sounds pretty funny doesn't it? Two in-state rivals with mutual acrimony have the same exact mantra? … [Read more...] about Illini football and Northwestern football now have the same slogan
Bears TE Martellus Bennett sounds like he’s all tripped out, man!
From new Sports Bank contributor Helen Salinger. One of the newest Chicago Bears is tight end Martellus Bennett. And Martellus Bennett believes — to a certain extent — that he is a unicorn. A black unicorn. And as Bears training camps starts this week in the beautiful, bucolic, rural burg of Bourbonnais down Interstate 57, we should all be reminded of what he said … [Read more...] about Bears TE Martellus Bennett sounds like he’s all tripped out, man!